How can I extend the range of my 2.4GHz cordless phone?

May 25, 2008 10:37 PM

I'm thinking of relocating the base station to a different part of the house, behind a brick wall which will significantly reduce the range of the handsets . Is it possible to open one of these up and install a more powerful antenna?

Bonus points if you can find parts available in Australia.

posted by simplesharps to technology (3 comments total)

There are range extender antennas that clamp on to the existing base station antenna - no soldering or hacking required.
posted by zippy at 12:31 AM on May 26

oooh - that sounds just the ticket - any links you could share?
posted by simplesharps at 1:19 AM on May 26

Here you go. The search I used was:

cordless phone antenna 2.4

http://www.zalmar.com/detail-Communications-Accessories-MODEL_624.htm

http://www.phonemerchants.com/exanfor24ghz.html

http://www.wintenna.com/cordless_phones.htm
posted by zippy at 4:24 AM on May 26